IEP Coordinator ( School Year)

Company: Ombudsman Educational Services
Location: Glendale
Posted on: April 13, 2025

Job Description:

Starting Salary: $60,000/year based on experience PLUS proposition money payout eligibility Teaching Specialty: Virtual Learning

Ombudsman Educational Services , a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking an IEP Coordinator to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you thrive in a fast-paced, goal-oriented, outcome-driven environment, seek a career with genuine purpose, and possess a problem-solving mindset, a sense of humor, and a stellar work ethic - We Should Talk!

As an IEP Coordinator, you will monitor the development and implementation of student IEPs and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) in adherence to Agency and all State and Federal laws and procedures. The IEP Coordinator is the assigned administrator who ensures SPED Case Managers comply with special education policies and procedures and ensures overall quality of IEP's are satisfactory and meet state and federal laws.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assuring adherence to company, school, state and federal regulations and procedures by closely monitoring quality and effectiveness in the development and implementation of student Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Establishing and maintaining effective public relations with parents, care providers and district personnel, projecting a positive company image.
• Auditing SPED Case Managers to ensure quality assurance of the overall IEP Process, special education policies and procedures, and compliance checklists for state monitoring.
• Attending IEP meetings as needed and ensuring that all IEP goals are reviewed and adhere to ChanceLight practices and ensures completion of any post-IEP activities including, but not limited to, any revisions, appropriate level of service delivery, and signatures.
• Assisting with the modification curriculum and with differentiated instruction for students as well as staff. Uses a variety of instructional strategies and resources to respond to the students' diverse needs and interests, including prescribed educational software and intervention curriculum.
• Meeting with teachers to help interpret and produce special education documentation requirements for student files, including maintaining a system that monitors viewing of files and confidentiality. Maintaining appropriate, confidential records and provide timely reports.
• Coordinating with the school's SPED Case Manager to ensure to IEPs and 504s of all the incoming students are being reviewed and assessed. Ensure a review of intake assessments for incoming students are being incorporated.
• Facilitating the evaluation/reevaluation process and provide information to SPED Case Managers.
• Providing annual training of all staff regarding Special Education Policies and Procedures. Trains SPED Case Managers on IEP development, SPED database use, transition planning, and making date-based decisions for special education students.
• Keeping up to date with research-based practices and developments in subject area, resources, and professional development.
• Responding constructively to formal and informal feedback.
• Participating in the assurance and accreditation processes to ensure that the site passes or meets performance plans.
• Performing other duties and projects as assigned. Qualifications Required:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study.
  • Hold currently or have the ability to obtain an Arizona Fingerprint Card.
  • Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a special education credential.
  • Meet all state teaching license and/or certification requirements.
  • Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in curriculum development, differentiation and instruction in a classroom setting.
  • Prior experience and/or knowledge in alternative educational services for at-risk students and working with students with diverse needs at various levels.
  • Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in working with students with IEP's.
  • Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
  • Solid motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
  • Highly skilled in mentoring, coaching, administrative support, and/or technical support functions.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of staff members, students, parents, customers, and the public.
  • Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.
    
    Ombudsman Educational Services is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education , the nation's leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives !
    
    Learn more about our history, our mission, and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:
    • As a member of the ChanceLight family you will be provided with the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching personal & professional fulfillment!
      
      Additional Perks and Benefits Include:

      • Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
      • Virtual Medical Visits
      • Health Savings Account
      • Paid Time Off
      • School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
      • Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
      • 401k Options
      • Legal Insurance
      • Pet Insurance
      • Employee Assistance Program
      • Employee Discount Program
      • Opportunities for Growth & Development
      • And So Much More! If you're ready to start changing the direction of students' lives by providing them the opportunity to create successful, independent futures - this is your Chance !
        
        Join us and start making a genuine difference in the lives of children TODAY!
        
        Careers, With ChanceLight Work. With Purpose. Copyright 2024 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a ChanceLight company Benefit plans and eligibility requirements may vary based on role and employment status.
        
        Education Required
        • Bachelors or better in Education or related field Licenses & Certifications Required
          • All State Req Credentials
          • Special Ed Certification
          • Teaching Certification Skills Preferred
            • Alternative Education
            • Virtual Learning
            • Special Education
            • Secondary Education
            • Learning Management Systems (LMS)
            • Parent Counseling & Train
            • Specific Learning Disabil
            • Positive Behavior Intervention and Support
            • Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
            • Curriculum Development
            • Classroom Management
            • Problem Solving
            • Project Management
            • Interpersonal Skills
            • Office/Administrative Behaviors Preferred
              • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
              • Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking Motivations Preferred
                • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
                  
                  The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
                  
                  

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